2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Scion |
| Model | Crossfire | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
